Las Vegas Horse Events and Boarding Guide: Oct to New Year
- Alan Shugarman
- Oct 13
- 5 min read
Here’s your Las Vegas equine events guide from now through New Year’s, plus where to board your horse near every venue. We keep this current and focused on what you need: dates, quick details, and easy boarding.
Equine Events in October
Indian National Finals Rodeo. Oct 14–18 at South Point Arena. Daytime and evening performances. Strong fields across timed events and rough stock. Family-friendly and easy parking. Indian National Finals Rodeo & southpointarena.com
ABBI World Finals. Oct 20–25 at South Point. See the next generation of championship bucking bulls and top stock contractors. Good crossover with rodeo fans in town. southpointarena.com
PBR Challenger Series Championship. Oct 22–23 at South Point. Two nights of bull riding in the same arena complex many horse shows use. southpointarena.com
APHA Western National Show. Oct 30–Nov 2 at South Point. Paint Horse classes all weekend. Free to watch and a good warm-up to November’s big hunter jumper week. APHA: American Paint Horse Association
Equine Events in November
Marshall + Sterling/USHJA National Championships. Nov 10–16 at South Point. National titles across hunters, jumpers, and equitation. Plan barn time around full days in the rings. USHJA
Helldorado Days Rodeo. Nov 7–8 at CORE Arena downtown by the Plaza. PRCA and WPRA action with a pre-rodeo festival each afternoon. Easy in and out from the resort corridor. Plaza Hotel and Casino
Equine Events in December
Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Dec 4–13 at Thomas & Mack Center. Ten nights, sold-out energy, and the anchor for every side event in town. nfrexperience.com
Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas. Dec 4–13 at the Las Vegas Convention Center South Halls. Free entry. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Plan parking and walk time. nfrexperience.com
YETI Junior World Finals. Dec 4–13 at the Wrangler Rodeo Arena inside the Convention Center. Youth breakaway, barrels, rough stock, team roping, and more all day. nfrexperience.com
Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale XIX. Dec 5–14 at South Point. The year’s biggest amateur team roping payout. Packed schedule and plenty of vendors on site. wstroping.com
All In Barrel Race. Dec 4–14 at The Orleans Arena. Two big race weekends. Evening formats help you fit stalls and hauling around other events. ALL IN Barrel Race
All In Breakaway Roping. Dec 7–9 at The Orleans. Open 3D plus youth championship. Evening go-rounds. ALL IN BREAKAWAY ROPING
National Finals Breakaway Roping. Dec 2–3 at South Point. Watch the fastest hands in the sport, then roll into the rest of NFR week. southpointarena.com
Benny Binion’s World Famous Bucking Horse and Bull Sale. Dec 4 at South Point. A tradition during NFR week and a great afternoon between performances. Visit Las Vegas
Cinch Western Gift Show. Dec 2–14 at South Point Exhibit Hall. Free entry and easy to pair with WSTR or NFBR. southpointarena.com
Miss Rodeo America events. Pageant runs alongside NFR with public horsemanship and coronation sessions hosted at South Point. Check the daily NFR schedule for exact times. nfrexperience.com
Why board with us during event season?
You want stalls and turnout close to your venues. You also want clean intake, calm routines, and responsive staff. Las Vegas Horse Ranch gives you two biosecure, in-town facilities near South Point, Thomas & Mack, the Convention Center, and The Orleans. Both locations run 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Call ahead for after-hours. Las Vegas Horse Ranch
Locations
LVHR at Haven: 8390 Haven St, Las Vegas, NV 89123. Minutes from the Strip and I-215.
LVHR at Eldorado: 2081 E. Eldorado Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89123. Easy trailer access and close to South Point.
Facilities and services
Equine Biosecure Certified intake. Clear barn rules. Clean stalls. Staff on site. Round pens, lighted spaces to ride or walk out, tack and wash areas. Trailer parking and options for camping during heavy weeks. Las Vegas Horse Ranch
How to book
Call or text 775-296-LVHR. Or use our site to request overnight or monthly stalls. We confirm fast and keep paperwork simple. Hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Las Vegas Horse Ranch
Smart timing tips
Book December stalls early. NFR, WSTR, and All In fill fast. Lock in your plan in October if you want your first-choice barn and pen setup. nfrexperience.com
If you are hauling across state lines, bring current health papers and proof of negative Coggins. Nevada requires a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection for equine entry, with EIA testing per state rules. Check with your vet and the Nevada Department of Agriculture before you travel. APHIS & Nevada Department of Agriculture
FAQ for event-season boarding
Do I need health papers and Coggins?
Yes, if you cross state lines. Most states, including Nevada, require a current Certificate of Veterinary Inspection and proof of a negative EIA Coggins test. Ask your vet to prepare your packet. APHIS
How early should I reserve stalls for December?
Aim for October. NFR, WSTR, Junior World Finals, and Cowboy Christmas bring peak demand across the city. Early booking helps you pick the exact site and stall count you want. nfrexperience.com & wstroping.com
What are your hours and check-in process?
Hours run 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call ahead if you need late arrival. We follow an equine biosecure intake to protect every horse on the grounds. Contact Las Vegas Horse Ranch
How close are you to the main venues?
Both ranches sit in town near South Point, Thomas & Mack, the Convention Center, and The Orleans. Short drives help you stick to a routine during show days. Las Vegas Horse Ranch Facilities
Do you have space to hand walk or ride out after classes?
Yes. Both sites include lighted spaces to walk or ride, plus round pens and on-site amenities for daily care.
Can I park my rig or camp on site?
We offer trailer parking and limited camping options during heavy weeks. Ask when you book and we will guide you to the right site and dates.
Where do I stay if I want a hotel near the barn?
We list nearby hotel partners on our Overnight Boarding page with addresses and directions. That keeps your commute short.
What if my plans change during NFR week?
Text or call us. We work stalls day by day during the busiest weeks when possible. Openings shift as show schedules change.
Anything else I should prep before hauling to Vegas?
Plan water and feed for the road, bring printed health papers, and keep a spare halter and lead in the cab. If your route crosses multiple states, confirm each state’s entry rules through your vet. APHIS
Have an event to add or a group coming to town?
Tell us. We update this page and can hold blocks for barns or roping teams.
Ready to reserve your stalls for INFR, USHJA, Helldorado Days, or NFR week?
Call 775-296-LVHR or contact us on the site. We will get you set up at Haven or Eldorado with a simple plan and clear arrival instructions. Las Vegas Horse Ranch
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